Focal Chorus 806V speakers

For Focal, Chorus symbolizes one of the most stimulating challenges for the loudspeaker and refined product manufacturer that we are: to allow the greatest number of consumers to access our technological innovations. For the first two generations Chorus (2000) and Chorus S (2003), the objective was to conserve a hi-end sound and maintain sophisticated Focal technologies by adapting our industrial machine to the highest standards. While outsourcing had become a key economic strategy for the majority of manufacturers, we chose on the contrary to heavily invest in our manufacturing process in order to achieve an exceptional sound quality while at the same time remaining competitive. It is the only possible way in this path of permanent innovation: development and manufacturing of loudspeakers ”Made in France”, design by cabinet-makers, mastery of quality, total autonomy in the design and development of our products. This strategy has been key to the success of the preceding Chorus lines.

This third generation known as Chorus 800 V will go even further in this strategy. Technological innovation does not only solely touch strategic components of the speaker, but the actual whole of the design. Thanks to the use of advanced and exclusive materials, elaborate manufacturing techniques of the cabinets, the Chorus 800 V line of today shines with a unique, hi-end esthetic. Chorus V isn’t only a performing product line, ideal for entering the Focal universe, but objects that will inhabit living spaces, with an innovative esthetic, quality of manufacture and a finish worthy of a higher segment. This is indeed a new esthetic dimension, a new era for the ”Spirit of Sound”.

 

Neutral and balanced, the Chorus 806 V seduces by the richness of its upper midrange and the speed of its bass. An entirely refined speaker, ideal to play in rooms under 20 m2 without any limits. And easily larger spaces if it is combined with SW 800 V.

 

Specifications

Type:  2-way bass-reflex bookshelf speaker

Drivers:

Low Frequency:  165 mm (6-1/2") Polyglass mid-bass

High Frequency:  25 mm (1") TNV AL/Mg Inverted dome tweeter

Frequency Response:  55 Hz - 28 kHz (±3 dB)

Low Frequency Point:  77 Hz (-6 dB)

Sensitivity:  90 dB (2.83 V/1 m)

Nominal Impedance:  8 Ω 

Minimum Impedance:  3,6 Ω 

Crossover Frequency:  3,000 Hz

Recommended Amplifier Power:  25 - 120 W

Dimensions (HxWxD):  390 x222 x 293 mm (15-3/8" x 8-3/4" x 11-9/16")

Net Weight:  8,2 kg  (18 lbs)

 

Focal Chorus 705V speakers

Since the year 2000, the different generations of the Chorus line have benefited from this approach, as we produced speakers that cost less and performed better. To achieve this goal, we invested massively in a superior method to speaker manufacturing, where intelligent machining and precise handwork were absolutely necessary.

It was the only possible way in this drive for quality and competitiveness: development and manufacturing of French-made loudspeakers, design of the cabinets, quality control, a total autonomy in the development and design of our own products. This method allows us to innovate, to entirely and independently turn ideas into reality, to place patents internationally, and have the means to anticipate trends. And finally, to progress.

The third generation, Chorus 700 V, goes even further. A direct descendant of the Chorus 800 V line of which it heavily borrows technical elements (except Power flow) yet with a more Amati traditional finish, Chorus 700 V invites you in to the Focal universe. The build quality and high-end finishing work are entirely unknown in this price-range.

 

Chorus 705 V is the ideal loudspeaker for installation in rooms of modest dimensions (approximately 15 m²). With a responsive and lively bass, it represents the foundations of a great system, especially when paired with the SW 700 V subwoofer.

 

Specifications

Type:  2-way bass-reflex bookshelf speaker, wall mounting.

Drivers:

Low Frequency:  140 mm (5") Polyglass midbass

High Frequency:  25 mm (1") TNV AL./Mg Inverted dome tweeter

Frequency Response:  65 Hz - 28 kHz (±3 dB)

Low Frequency Point:  57 Hz (-6 dB)

Sensitivity:  89 dB (2.83 V/1 m)

Nominal Impedance:  8 Ω 

Minimum Impedance:  3 Ω 

Crossover Frequency:  3,000 Hz

Recommended Amplifier Power:  25 - 100 W

Dimensions (HxWxD):  315 x192 x 248 mm (12-3/8" x 7-9/16" x 9-3/4")

Net Weight:  5,7 kg  (12,5 lbs)

Apogee Acoustics Centaur Minor loudspeakers

The Centaur Minor was Apogee's first and smallest ribbon hybrid when it was released in 1991. Also the cheapest yet Apogee at £1150 in the UK, and a similar price in $'s in the US.

At 100 cm tall, 35 cm wide and 22 cm deep, its footprint is no bigger than a stand mounted mini-monitor speaker.

The 26" (6 element) etched ribbon tweeter is the same version which is used in the later model of the Stage. The 6.5" dynamic cone woofer is in a long rectangular enclosure set towards the outside of the speaker so the dipole ribbon fires into 'free air'. It is positioned at a height which is the mid-point of the ribbon tweeter, it can just be seen behind the (hard to remove) grill.

 

Specifications

Bass :  6.5" Dynamic cone

Midrange :  26" Aluminium/Kapton ribbon (etched 6 segment)

Max. Sound Level:  107 dB

Sensitivity (at 3 m):  85 dB

Frequency Response:  40 Hz - 20,000 Hz  (-3dB)

Recommended Amplifier Power:  50 W (8 Ω  load)

Crossover Frequency:  800 Hz

Nominal Impedance:  6 Ω  (4 Ω  minimum)

Dimensions)H x W x D): 1000 x 350 x 220 mm

Weight:  52 lbs each

Finishes Available:  Silver grey

 

Apogee Acoustics Centaur Major loudspeakers

The Centaur range was the first hybrid speakers range from Apogee, the Centaur Major being biggest model.

Using a 10" dynamic woofer and a 40" ribbon tweeter the Major stands 163cm tall, 46cm wide and a total depth of 30cm.

The enclosure for the woofer is approximately 107cm high, 28cm wide and deep. The tweeter ribbons are on the inside edge of each speaker and like all Apogee's work as a dipole.

The speakers are nearly as room dominating as the Duetta Signatures, with only the width being significantly smaller, and require nearly as much free space around them.

Although they will work with smaller amps, they justify being fed by a high quality, high current amp.

 

Specifications

Bass :  10" Dynamic cone

Midrange :  40" Aluminium/Kapton ribbon (etched 5 segment)

Max. Sound Level:  110 dB

Sensitivity (at 3 m):  83 dB

Frequency Response:  30 Hz - 20,000 Hz  (-3dB)

Recommended Amplifier Power:  100 W (8 Ω  load)

Crossover Frequency:  450 Hz

Nominal Impedance:  6 Ω  (3,5 Ω  minimum)

Dimensions)H x W x D): 1630 x 460 x 300 mm

Weight:  100 lbs each

Finishes Available:  Rosewood, walnut, oak and mahogany or silver grey

 

Adcom GFA-545 power amp

Adcom GFA-545 represents the most advanced thinking in audio amplifier design. At 100 watts per channel, the GFA-545 offers an exceptional value; superior performance at a reasonable price.

Some of the outstanding features of this amplifier are:

100 watts per channel, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, into an 8 Ω  load with both channels driven with less than 0,09% Total Harmonic Distortion.

The ability to drive low impedance loads

Large Heat sinks to dissipate heat from the power transistors

External and internal fuses which are designed to protect your loudspeakers from possible damage and also to protect the amp itself under all but the severest abuse of operating conditions.

A thermal cutoff is also employed to protect the amplifier under high temperature conditions.

Instantaneous Distortion Alert which indicates when distortion products are above the 1% level.

 

The instantaneous Distortion Alert is a unique distortion detection circuit which reads all forms of distortion - T.H.D., Intermodulation DIstortion, Slew Induced, and DC-offset, peak LEDs, one per channel, will glow when distortion is above 1% regardless of the load impedance or reactance in use, the LEDs may occasionally flicker under high volume listening. It they glow brightly or are on most of the time that you are listening, you are overdriving your equipment and should turn down your volume control.

 

The GFA-545 is a truly significant contribution to the advancement of sound technology. To ensure that the quality of construction is on par with the quality of the sonics, (a much neglected area in many other amplifiers) the GFA-535 has been carefully developed with computer controlled metal fabrication techniques that maintain 0,005 of an inch tolerances throughout. Full electrical inspection of each and every circuit board, sub-assembly , as well as the finished amplifier, provide a mechanically and sonically superior product for your enjoyment.

 

Specifications

Continuous Power Output (both channels, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, less than 0,09% T.H.D.):

100 watts/channel at 8 Ω

150 watts/channel at 4 Ω

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighted, Full output):  better than 106 dB

Input Impedance:  22 k Ω

Input Sensitivity

For rated Output :  1,3 Volt

For 1 watt :  130 mV

Damping Factor (20 Hz - 20 kHz):  better than 130

Dynamic Headroom (at 4 Ω ):  2,6 dB

Available Voltage:  120 V at 60 Hz, 220 V at 50 Hz

Dimensions (W x H x D):  432 x 140 x 318 mm (17" x 5-1/2" x 12-1/2")

Shipping Weight:  12,2 kg (27 lbs)

 

Adcom GFA-535 power amp

Adcom GFA-535 represents the most advanced thinking in audio amplifier design. At 60 watts per channel, the GFA-535 offers an exceptional value; superior performance at a reasonable price.

Some of the outstanding features of this amplifier are:

60 watts per channel, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, into an 8 Ω  load with both channels driven with less than 0,09% Total Harmonic Distortion.

The ability to drive low impedance loads

Output for 2 pairs of speakers

Two additional AC outlets for a CD Player, Tuner, or other audio components up to 100 watts maximum

Instantaneous Distortion Alert which indicates when distortion products are above the 1% level.

The instantaneous Distortion Alert is a unique distortion detection circuit which reads all forms of distortion - T.H.D., Intermodulation DIstortion, Slew Induced, and DC-offset, peak LEDs, one per channel, will glow when distortion is above 1% regardless of the load impedance or reactance in use, the LEDs may occasionally flicker under high volume listening. It they glow brightly or are on most of the time that you are listening, you are overdriving your equipment and should turn down your volume control.

The GFA-535 is a truly significant contribution to the advancement of sound technology. To ensure that the quality of construction is on par with the quality of the sonics, (a much neglected area in many other amplifiers) the GFA-535 has been carefully developed with computer controlled metal fabrication techniques that maintain 0,005 of an inch tolerances throughout. Full electrical inspection of each and every circuit board, sub-assembly , as well as the finished amplifier, provide a mechanically and sonically superior product for your enjoyment. At the time of its design, no other product on the market which offered the design and construction quality of the GFA-535 at anything close to its selling price.

 

Specifications

Continuous Power Output (both channels, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, less than 0,09% T.H.D.):

60 watts/channel at 8 Ω

100 watts/channel at 4 Ω

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighted, Full output):  better than 106 dB

Input Impedance:  22 k Ω

Input Sensitivity

For rated Output :  1,0 Volt

For 1 watt :  130 mV

Damping Factor (20 Hz - 20 kHz):  better than 130

Dynamic Headroom (at 4 Ω ):  3 dB

Available Voltage:  120 V at 60 Hz, 220 V at 50 Hz

Dimensions (W x H x D):  432 x 83 x 318 mm (17" x 3-1/4" x 12-1/2")

Shipping Weight:  10 kg (22 lbs)

 

Kyocera C-901 preamplifier

 

Control Preamplifier

Featuring Direct Coupling from  Front End to Output Terminals

 

Features:

Input Selector (Phono 1, Phono 2, Tuner, Aux)

Phono Selector (MC and MM cartridge)

Tape Monitor (1, source, 2)

Tape Copy (1 - 2; off; 2 - 1)

Mode (Stereo, Mono)

Muting (0, -20 dB)

Subsonic Filter (On, Off)

Bass, Mid, Treble (Detented variable)

Tone Switch (On, Off)

Bass Center Frequency (100 Hz, 50 Hz)

Mid Center Frequency (1 kHz)

Treble Center Frequency (10 kHz, 20 kHz)

Pre Out Switch (On, Off)

Inputs (Phono 1 & 2, Tuner, Tape 1 & 2, Aux)

Outputs (Tape 1 & 2, Preout 1 & 2)

Phones Jack

 

Specifications

Input Sensitivity/Impedance

Phono 1, 2 MC :  120 µV/1 K Ω

Phono 1, 2 MM :  2,5 mV/27 k Ω - 47 k Ω  - 100 K Ω

Tuner Aux, Tape 1, 2 :  150 mV/130 K Ω

Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz - 20 kHz)

Phono MC (1,5 V output) :  0,007%

Phono MM (13 V output) :  0,007%

Tuner, Aux, Tape (1,5 V output) :  0,007%

Tuner, Aux, Tape (13 V output) :  0,007%

Rated Output Power/Impedance

Rec Out :  150 mV/600 Ω

Pre Out :  1,5 V/22 Ω

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Phono MC :  70 dB

Phono MM :  86 dB

Tuner, Aux, Tape :  110 dB

Frequency Response

Phono MC (20 Hz - 20 kHz) RIAA ±0,2 dB

Phono MM (20 Hz - 20 kHz) RIAA ± 0,2 dB

Tuner, Aux, Tape (20 Hz - 20 kHz) +0 -0,2 dB

Tuner, Aux, Tape (5 Hz - 100 kHz) +0 -1,0 dB

Maximum Input Level

Phono MM, MC :  1 kHz (RMS)

Maximum Output Voltage:  13 V

Tone Controls

Bass ±10 dB at 100 Hz - 50 Hz

Mid :  ±10 dB at 1 kHz

Treble :  ±10 dB at 10 kHz - 20 kHz

Subsonic Filter:  15 Hz (12 dB/oct)

Muting:  -20 dB

Power Supply:  AC 120 V, 60 Hz

Power Consumption:  80 W

Dimensions (W x H x D):  18-7/16" x 5-3/16" x 14-7/16"

Weight:  15,4 lbs

Kyocera B-901 power amp

 

MOS FET Power Amplifier

Incorporating Direct Coupled Triple Push-Pull MOS FET Power Output

 

Features

Powe Switch

Protection Indicator

Peak Indicator

Input Jack

Input sensitivity switch

Power Indicator

Speaker terminals

 AC outlet

 

Specifications

Power Amplifier

Power Output

130 W + 130 W at 8 Ω , 20 Hz - 20 kHz

180 W + 180 W at 4 Ω , 20 Hz - 20 kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion

0,01% at 8 Ω , 20 Hz - 20 kHz

0,02% at 4 Ω , 20 Hz - 20 kHz

Frequency Response

20 Hz - 20,000 Hz +0 -0,2 dB

5 Hz - 100,000 Hz +0 -1,0 dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  -120 dB

Hum and Noise:  0,2 mV

Damping Factor (8 Ω , 50 Hz):  80

Input Sensitivity/Impedance"  1,5 V; 3,0 V /30 k Ω

Power Supply:  AC 120 V, 60 Hz

Power Consumption:  500 W

Dimensions (W x H x D):  18-7/16" x 7-3/16" x 15-11/16"

Weight:  48,4 lbs

 

Sony TA-F444ES amplifier

ES-Series Integrated Amplifier

Specially designed for the demands of digital audio

 

Digital audio places stringent demands on the rest of a stereo system. That's why Sony created the TA-F444ES - it matches digital audio's impressive performance, in terms of dynamic range, stereo separation, and low noise and distortion. Many features contribute to this superior performance. Audio Current Transfer (ACT) uses current amplification to reduce crosstalk and improve separation. High dynamic headroom improves dynamic range. Sony's Legato Linear design eliminates switching and crossover distortion. A Linear Gain volume control assures identical performance at all listening levels. These features all contribute to the amp's outstanding performance with digital sources.

 

The best way to demonstrate the terrific performance of the TA-F444ES is to put it through a workout with a Sony CD player. Choose a Compact Disc that features wide dynamic range and low noise. Play the amp very loud first. Let the customer experience the dynamics - be sure he hears both very loud and very soft passages. During a quiet passage, point out the lack of noise. Then turn the volume down to a quieter level. Explain how the performance remains outstanding; i.e. separation, noise and dynamic characteristics are all still superb. Let the customer enjoy the "feel" of the amplifier, and experience its performance on his own.

 

Features:

Record output selector - permits the user to listen to one source while recording another

Defeatable bass boost - provides additional bass response for speaker which require it

Tone defeat switch - eliminates the tone control circuitry from the audio signal path

Two tape monitor loops - with tape dubbing in both directions

Soft touch controls - for function selection makes switching to another signal source easy and elegant. LEDs indicated which source is in use

4 position speaker selector switch - A, B, A + B, Off

Front panel headphone jack

Oversized volume control knob

ACT "Audio Current Transfer" - uses current amplification to reduce internally generated distortion

Linear Gain Volume control - assures consistently outstanding performance at all volume levels

Legato Linear amplifier circuitry - eliminates switching and crossover distortion

Switchable subsonic filter - eliminates the effects of turntable rumble and other subsonic distortion

Consistent low impedance performance

 

Specifications

Continuous Power Output RMS : 

80 watts per channel, both channels driven into 8 Ω  from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, at no more than reted T.H.D.

80 watts per channel, both channels driven into 4 Ω  from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, at no more than rated T.H.D.

Total Harmonic Distortion : 

0,004% (from 20 Hz to 20 kHz at rated output , 8 Ω )

0,006% (from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, at rated output, 4 Ω )

Intermodulation Distortion:

0,004% (60 Hz : 7 kHz = 4 : 1, at rated output , 8 Ω )

0,006% (60 Hz : 7 kHz = 4 : 1,, at rated output, 4 Ω )

Power Bandwidth (IHF): 

5 Hz - 0 kHz (40 watts, 8 Ω , 0,004% T.H.D.)

 5 Hz - 80 kHz (55 watts, 4 Ω , 0,006% T.H.D.)

Dynamic Headroom:  1,8 dB (4 Ω or 8 Ω , IHF-1978)

Damping Factor:  125 at 1 kHz, 8 Ω

Residual Noise:25 µV (A-weighted, 8 0hm)

Slew Rate:  125 Volts/µsec (250 Volts/µsec, IHF)

Dynamic Range (Tuner, Tape, Aux, CD) :  120 dB

Frequency Response

Phono :  RIAA standard ±0,2 dB

Tuner, Tape, Aux, CD :  20 Hz - 200 kHz -0,3 dB

Channel Separation

Phono MM :  95 dB

Phono MC :  80 dB

Tuner, Tape, Aux, CD :  100 dB

Input Sensitivity/Impedance/Capacitance

Phono MM :  2,5 mV/50 k Ω

Phono MC :  170 µV/100 Ω  at 40 Ω  setting (170 µV/400 Ω  at 3 Ω  setting)

Tuner, Tape, Aux, CD :  150 mV/50 Ω

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Phono MM :  83 dB (IHF-A) at 2,5 mV [87 dB new IHF]

Phono MC :  73 dB (IHF-A) at 0,125 mV [70 dB new IHF]

Tuner, Tape, Aux, CD :  102 dB (IHF-A) [97 dB new IHF]

Maximum Input Capability

Phono MM :  150 mV

Phono MC :  9 mV

Tone Controls

Bass :  ±8 dB at 60 Hz

Treble :  ±8 dB at 25 Hz

Bass Boost Switch:  +4 dB at 50 Hz

Subsonic Filter:  6 dB/ocave below 15 Hz

Speaker Impedance:  4 - 16 Ω

Power Outlets:

Switched :  (2) 100 Watts, max. ea

Unswitched:  (2) 100 Watts, max. ea.

Power Supply:  120 Volts AC, 60 Hz

Power Consumption:  260 watts

Dimensions (W x H x D):  430 x 130 x 430 mm (17" x 5-1/8" x 17")

Weight:  13,5 kg (29 lbs 13 oz)

 

Sansui SP-X9700 speakers

High-Resolution 4-Way, 7-Speaker System

Really Rich Bass - the 17-inch woofer has non resonant frame and a cone that could move mountains

If you could ut enough power into the Sansui SP-X9700  you probably could move mountains, or at least create a couple of man-sized quakes. As it is, the very high power capacity of the system is more than enough to handle most of today's mammoth power amps and receivers - 280 watts.

Woofer design and construction in such a large system naturally need to be fully up to state-of-the-art. Standards , if you want to avoid spurious vibration, excessive heat and the various kinds of distortion they lead to. Sansui forms the cone of a special pulp formulation, gives it a carefully calculated curvature, adds corrugations to break up damaging surface waves, and thus preserves all the dynamic punch of your music's "bottom end" with ease.

The bobbin in the woofer voice coil is of luminum for quick heat dissipation the coil itself is coated with a heat-resistant film. Together they provide high linearity up to a tested level of 200 degrees Celsius

For the magnetic circuit we've set a high flux density of 11,300 gauss and thus achieved mor-than-adequate drive and damping. Of special note is the concave recess at the top of the center pole, helping to keep the top plate magnetically saturated for the reduction of harmful 3rd harmonic distortion. Musicality is richer at all input levels.

Finely, frame dynamic were analysed in several prototype models until we eliminated destructive resonance. The entire woofer assembly is structurally sound - and no amount of high-amplitude input up to the rated capacity can cause "woofer buzz".

 

Close-up Midrange: Special Sansui techniques preserve the intimacy of vocals, fidelity of fundamentals.

High efficiency is just one of the design criteria met and surpassed by the 8-inch midrange speaker unit in the Sansui SP-X9700. to preserve the natural "close-up" feeling of vocals, and to retain a high degree of fidelity with the fundamentals of musical instruments, we chose a cone pulp mixture of highly elastic, thermally stable fibres.

The new method of pressing the cone has ensured a high Signal-to-Noise Ratio and a flat Frequency Response over the Frequency Range assigned to this unit. Sound transparency and crisp, intimate "presence" are the benefits,

For increased power handling, the same techniques used in the voice coil and magnetic circuit of the woofer are again employed here harmonic distortion is discouraged even when the maximum input of 280 watts is introduced over long period of time.

 

Cracklin Clean Highs: Well-defined high-frequency reproduction is sent into every corner of your room.

Dual horn tweeters cover the frequency range between where the midrange leaves off and the supertweeters take over. This is the high range where musical definition is determined for cymbals, reeds, strings and the upper harmonics of most other instruments, electric and electronic instruments included.

The two horn tweeter are identical, and are connected in parallel to increase efficiency and power handling capacity. Each has a powerful magnetic circuit and a phenol-resin diaphragm, a precision-machined zinc die-cast acoustic equalizer is positioned as closely as technically possible to the diaphragm to maintain phase integrity and extend the high-frequency limit. The drivers are then coupled to non-resonant zinc die-cast horns formed with sectoral fins to improve dispersion and transient response.

 

Triple Superteeters: What you can't hear Can hurt.

The three precision supertweeters in the Sansui SP-X9700 cover the extreme high-frequency range clear into the supersonics up to 23,000 Hz with accuracy and fidelity. You may argue that you can't hear the super-highs, but our tests have shown that when they are reproduced with integrity, the frequencies you Can hear come out cleaner, crisper and more musical.

Again special pulp is used in the cone diaphragms, which are then installed with mylar center caps for phase linearity. The two of supertweeters is mounted on a unique tri-sided projection on the front baffle so that the super-highs are bearned into every corner of your listening room.

 

Level Control: Special low-distortion network improves musicality.

Three positions are provided on the front-panel Level Control: Natural;  Soft-1, and Soft-2. its esy to match the speaker system's response to yur acoustic environment, using the Soft positions when you feel that highs are too "brilliant". The control works from a newly-designed crossover network featuring low electrical loss, high power handling and low distortion.

 

Real-Wood Grille: Sansui's traditional Kumiko design adds distinction

High-density "acoustic" particleboard forms the massive bass reflex enclosure of the SP-X9700 for resonance free reproduction. Standing waves are damped by two types of sound absorbent inside. The exterior cabinet is finished with simulated walunt grain and the removable real-wood grille, with a beautiful hand-carved traditional "Kumiko" pattern grille.

 

Specifications

Speakers

Woofer :  1 x 432 mm (17") cone-type

Midrange : 1 x 208 mm (8") cone-type

Tweeter :  2 x 171x59 mm (6-11/16" x 2-5/16") horn-type

Supertweeter 3 x 49 mm (1-15/16") cone type

Max. Input Power :  280 W

Impedance:  8 Ω

Sensitivity:  100 dB (JIS at 1m distance

Frequency Range:  22 - 30,000 Hz (normal listening room)

Crossover Network:  4-way, 16 dB/oct.  12 dB/oct;  6 dB/oct.

Crossover Frequencies:  1,000 Hz, 7000 Hz; 15,000 Hz

Dimensions (H x W x D):  688 x 470 x 270 mm (27-1/16" x 18-1/2" x 10-5/8")

Weight: 20,3 kg (44,8 lbs)

Finish: simulated Walnut grain

 

Sansui SP-3500 speakers

4-Way 6-Speaker Multi-Direction Speaker System

Perhaps the most timely speaker system ever introduced, this new 100 watt Multi-Direction (MD) system takes you beyond the reproduction of sound source points to an incredibly lifelike method of reproduction approximating that of an original sound field. This makes the SP-3500 the foremost system available today for the new age of 4-channel stereo. The secret to the SP-3500's living sound lies in its MD System, a new way of angle-mounting speakers within the enclosure to re-create within the listening room the complex interference of sound waves present in the original sound field. All six of the SP-3500's speakers, including a newly developed 14-inch woofer, were specifically selected to achieve this effect. Even Sansui's famed Kumiko fretwork grille has been redesigned in the SP-3500.. It now is gracefully curved to add to the over all elegance of this new system.

 

4-Way, 6-Speaker, 100 Watts

The SP-3500 is of a 4-way 6-speaker design, consisting of a large 14-inch high-cut type, high-compliance woofer, a 4-1//2- by 2-inch horn midrange with a sound diffuser and pair of "multi-directional" 4 -inch cone midranges with aluminum dome radiators,

Plus a pair of 2-ich MD system horn tweeters for the highs. Thanks to the use of specially constructed rugged voice coils, the system is able to handle up to 100 watts in power input.

 

Multi-Directional System

This is a new way of mounting individual speaker units inside a speaker system, to better reproduce in your own room the exciting liveliness or sense of "presence" experienced in a concert hall or jazz club. The MD System is based on increasing the interaction of sound waves by criss-crossing the sounds emitted by the individual speakers. This result in a unique sound field effect unobtainable by simply widening the dispersion of sound. In the MD System, midrange and tweeters are angle-mounted so that they produce an acoustic interference fringe - a whirlpool of sound - inside the listening room.

 

Newly Designed Woofer

The newly developed high-cut type woofer of the SP-3500 permits the output signal of the amplifier to be fed directly into the woofer, bypassing the crossover network. The result is a very smooth frequency response even at very low frequencies, which in turn results in extremely well-damped rich bass sound. This special design is unique with Sansui. Another outstanding advantage of this woofer is found in its high Compliance. The woofer achieves a stable piston action with superior transient response even in the face of big power inputs. Quality copper coil, aluminum bobbin, and a cone of carefully selected pulp help to improve the speaker's frequency response as well as its sound diffusion at extremely low frequencies.

 

Horn Midrange

Sansui engineers have placed a lot of emphasis on the midranges - those important frequencies where the vast majority of musical instruments perform - in the SP-3500. one of the speakers used is a 4-1/2- by 2-inch midrange for the frequencies from 2,000 to 6,500 Hz. While the cut-off frequency of this speaker is set as low as 800 Hz, it is intentionally used in the higher frequencies to eliminate the obnoxious metallic feeling unique to a horn speaker. A short-cut, exponential type die-cast from aluminum, this speaker is fronted with a sound dispersion characteristics. It also utilizes a 25 mm diameter titan diaphragm for top timbre qualities.

 

Cone Midranges

Two 4-inch cone midranges are mounted at an interior angle of 15 degrees to the front as a part of the SP-3500's MD System. Together with the horn midrange speaker, they handle the midrange sound in an "acoustic staggering system" for greater depth and richness of reproduced  sound. Each of the cone speakers has a newly developed concave aluminum dome radiator directly mounted on its voice coil bobbin. This permits a very smooth transition to the tweeters with virtually no phase agitation, and helps to improve the diffusion of reproduced sound as well. Designed to effectively diffuse radiator heat, each speaker is able to withstand big power input. The rear of each speaker is sealed with big-cavity plastic covers lined with abundant acetate sound absorbent to completely prevent woofer interference.

 

Tweeters

The SP-3500 also employs a pair of horn tweeters. Positioned just like the cone midranges, the two achieve the excellent sound dispersion qualities unique to the MD System. Each tweeter is a new concept horn speaker which is responsible only for frequencies over 6,500 Hz. Transition to the midranges is exceptionally smooth. Each tweeter make use of a 19 mm diameter polyester diaphragm to realize pleasant, ight and transparent timbre.

 

Newly Developed Crossover Network

The SP-3500 is equipped with a high-performance Loudness Contour type network utilizing an ideal E-type ferrite core and a printed circuit board for greater reliability. In addition, it is provided with level controls for the midranges and tweeters/ of a unique 3-step (Soft, natural and Clear) "tap-down" switch design, these permit accurate level control and are relatively free from the faulty contact and performance-deterioration so common to the previous resistor-type attenuators. They permit selecting the tonal quality best suited to the acoustic condition of the room or the listener's preference.

 

Bass-Reflex Type Chipboard Enclosure

The speaker enclosure adopts a damped bass reflex design, making use of two pipe ducts and combining the advantages of both the air suspension and bass reflex designs. It completely avoids an unnatural increase in sound pressure at low frequencies and unpleasant "cabinet resonance", and offers a flat frequency characteristic and a very low distortion factor. Manufactured of solid chipboard, covered with open=pore finished natural walnut, the rugged enclosure is able to reproduce the heavy rich bass of a pipe organ or any other instrument.

 

Curved Kumiko Fretwork Grille

The SP-3500 is graced with a beautiful hand-carved "Kumiko" fretwork grille like other Sansui speaker systems. The difference, however, is that it is curved for still better appearance and a sound diffusing effect. It adds to the decor of the room more than ever.

 

Pushbutton Connection Terminals

Connections are made almost effortless with the SP-3500, thanks to the adoption of fool-proof one-touch pushbutton type connection terminals; just push the terminal button, put end wires in opening, and release button. This system also minimizes the possibility of short circuits at the speaker terminals

 

Specifications

Speakers

Woofer :  1 x 350 mm (14")

Midrange 1  : 2 x 100 mm (4") cone-type

Midrange 2 :  1 x 100x50 mm (4" x 2") horn-type

Tweeter :  2 x 50 mm (2") horn-type

Power rating:  100 W (Peak)

Impedance:  8 Ω

Sensitivity:  100 dB/1W/1m distance

Frequency Range:  40 - 20,000 Hz (anechoic chamber)

25 - 20,000 Hz (normal listening room)

Crossover Network:  4-way 12 dB/oct parallel type

Crossover Frequencies:  700 Hz; 2,000 Hz; 6,500 Hz

Dimensions (H x W x D):  640 x 450 x 2905 mm (25-1/4" x 17-3/4" x 11-7/8")

Weight: 26,4 kg (58,1 lbs)

Finish: Walnut open pore